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Multicultural Psychology

Second Edition

Pamela Balls Organista; Gerardo Marin and Kevin M. Chun

Appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate courses, Multicultural Psychology, second
edition, provides a comprehensive introduction to the field. This research-based and highly
applied text aims to increase students’ sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge of ethnicity,
race, and culture and their influence on human behavior and adjustment. A diverse and highly
respected team of authors effortlessly weaves together theory with the latest research on
ethnic and racial minority groups. Engaging boxes throughout the chapters also highlight
key concepts and findings and their practical applications.

New to This Edition:

• Expanded discussion on the interactive effects of key social variables on ethnic and racial groups’ attitudes, norms, values, and behaviors.

• Additional sections on topics such as ethnic disparities in health care quality and access and
psychological approaches to reducing racism. New coverage of ethnic and racial minority group members who also share other minority statuses (e.g., sexual and gender minorities) and additional coverage of biculturalism and multicultural and multiracial individuals’ identity formation.

• Reorganized table of contents to better reflect a developmental learning approach.

• Updated content to include recent research in psychology and related fields (e.g., new acculturation models, an ecological model of health behavior, sociocultural issues in sexual identity formation, and other culture-related syndromes).

• Revised ancillaries—written by the authors—include an instructor’s manual, test bank, MS
PowerPoint slides, and a new open access Companion Website

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Pages: 336 • Trim: 8 x 10

978-1-5381-0111-7 • Paperback • July 2018 • $123.00 • (£95.00)

978-1-5381-0112-4 • eBook • July 2018 • $116.50 • (£90.00)

Subjects: Psychology / Interpersonal Relations, Psychology / Social Psychology, Psychology / Applied Psychology

Courses: Psychology; Social; Cultural Psychology

Multicultural Psychology

Second Edition

Paperback

eBook

Summary

Appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate courses, Multicultural Psychology, second
edition, provides a comprehensive introduction to the field. This research-based and highly
applied text aims to increase students’ sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge of ethnicity,
race, and culture and their influence on human behavior and adjustment. A diverse and highly
respected team of authors effortlessly weaves together theory with the latest research on
ethnic and racial minority groups. Engaging boxes throughout the chapters also highlight
key concepts and findings and their practical applications.

New to This Edition:

• Expanded discussion on the interactive effects of key social variables on ethnic and racial groups’ attitudes, norms, values, and behaviors.

• Additional sections on topics such as ethnic disparities in health care quality and access and
psychological approaches to reducing racism. New coverage of ethnic and racial minority group members who also share other minority statuses (e.g., sexual and gender minorities) and additional coverage of biculturalism and multicultural and multiracial individuals’ identity formation.

• Reorganized table of contents to better reflect a developmental learning approach.

• Updated content to include recent research in psychology and related fields (e.g., new acculturation models, an ecological model of health behavior, sociocultural issues in sexual identity formation, and other culture-related syndromes).

• Revised ancillaries—written by the authors—include an instructor’s manual, test bank, MS
PowerPoint slides, and a new open access Companion Website

Details

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Pages: 336 • Trim: 8 x 10

978-1-5381-0111-7 • Paperback • July 2018 • $123.00 • (£95.00)

978-1-5381-0112-4 • eBook • July 2018 • $116.50 • (£90.00)

Subjects: Psychology / Interpersonal Relations, Psychology / Social Psychology, Psychology / Applied Psychology

Courses: Psychology; Social; Cultural Psychology

Author

Pamela Balls Organista is Professor of Psychology and Associate Dean for Social Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of San Francisco. Her research interests are in the areas of ethnic minority health issues and prevention, including migrant laborers and AIDS, and stress and coping in primary care patients. She is the founding faculty coordinator of the Ethnic Studies Program.

Gerardo Marín was Professor Emeritus of Psychology and former Senior Vice Provost at the University of San Francisco and an APA Fellow. He wrote more than 135 publications on topics that are relevant to Hispanics, including cultural norms and attitudes, risk behaviors, culturally appropriate methodology, tobacco use, and acculturation.

Kevin M. Chun is Professor of Psychology and co-founding faculty member of Asian Pacific American Studies and Critical Diversity Studies programs at the University of San Francisco. His research focuses on acculturation processes and their influences on immigrant health and psychosocial adjustment. He is a Fellow of the Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA).

Table of Contents

Preface
Introduction

Chapter One. Psychology in a Multicultural World
What is Multicultural Psychology?
- Multicultural Psychology and Multiculturalism
  Effects of Living in a Multicultural Society
The United States as a Racially and Ethnically Diverse Society
- Within-Group Diversity
  Ancestry
  Race and Ethnicity
  Age Differences
  Language Use and Proficiency
  Educational Attainment
  Socioeconomic Status and Poverty
Why Study Multicultural Psychology?
- Improving Psychological Research
  Advancing Culturally Diverse Societies
  Improving the Quality of Health and Human Services
  Promoting Cultural Competencies
Multicultural Psychology, Cultural Psychology and Cross-Cultural Psychology
The Growth of Multicultural Psychology

Chapter Two. Key Theoretical Concepts
Understanding Culture
- Dimensions of Culture
  Cultural Influences on Psychological Processes
Understanding Ethnicity
- The Problems of Ethnic Assessment and Labels
Understanding Race
- Whiteness
Social Orientations or Ways of Being
- Views of the Self Across Cultures
Social Stratification
Minority Status
Power and Privilege

Chapter Three. Responsible Research with Racial and Ethnic Communities
Responsible, Culturally Appropriate Research
A Definition of Responsible, Culturally Appropriate Research
- Implementing Responsible, Culturally Appropriate Research
An Initial Consideration: Contextualization
Culturally Appropriate Methods
Choosing a Research Approach
- Key Issues in Developing Responsible, Culturally Appropriate Research
  Instrument Characteristics
Properly Identifying and Describing Participants
Culturally Appropriate Analysis of Information or Data
- The Problem of Limited Participation in Research
  Ethical Considerations
Informed Consent
Freedom to Discontinue Participation
Respect for Privacy and Confidentiality
Appropriate Balance Between Risks or Costs and Benefits

Chapter Four. Acculturation
- Defining Acculturation
Early Definitions
Contemporary Definitions
- Understanding Assimilation and Segmented Assimilation
  Models of Acculturation
The Unidirectional Model of Acculturation
Berry’s Two Dimensional Model of Acculturation
A Social Context Model of Acculturation
The Interactive Acculturation Model (IAM)
The Relative Acculturation Extended Model (RAEM)
- Biculturalism
  Enculturation
  Generational Differences and Acculturation
  Acculturational Stress
  Measuring Acculturation
  Levels of Acculturation
Chapter Five. Intersectional Identities Part I: Racial, Ethnic and Class Dimensions
Understanding the Multiple and Intersecting Dimensions of Identity
Defining Racial, Ethnic and Class Identities
- Racial Identity
  Ethnic Identity
  Class Identity
Models of Racial and Ethnic Identity Development and Formation
- Racial Identity Development
  Ethnic Identity Development
  Factors Shaping Ethnic Identity Development
  Multiracial Identity Development
Racial, Ethnic and Class Influences on Psychological Adjustment
- Racial Identity and Adjustment
  Ethnic Identity and Adjustment
  Biracial/Multiracial Identities and Adjustment
  Class Identity and Adjustment
Chapter Six. Intersecting Identities Part II: Gender and Sexuality Dimensions
Defining Gender and Sexual Identities
- Gender Identity
  Sexual Identity
Models of Gender and Sexual Identity Development and Formation
- Gender Typing and Gender Identity Formation
  Sexual Identity Formation
Cultural, Family and Minority Considerations in “Coming Out”
- Asian Americans
  Latinos
  African Americans
Relationship of Gender and Sexual Identities to Psychosocial Adjustment
- Gender Identity and Adjustment
  Sexual Identity and Adjustment
Chapter Seven. Family Structure, Relations, and Socialization
An Ecological Perspective of Family Functioning
How Do You Define a Family? Factors Affecting Family Structures and Household
- Arrangements
  Migration
  Socioeconomic Status (SES)
  Exposure to Stress and Trauma
  Cultural Values and Belief
Family Functioning, Socialization, and Adjustment
- Parenting Styles
  Parent-Child Relationships
  Academic Achievement
  Couple Relationships
  Family Stress and Coping
Chapter Eight. Stereotypes, Prejudice and Discrimination
Understanding Stereotypes
- Stereotype Content
  Development of Stereotypes
  Stereotype Characteristics and Effects
Prejudice and Discrimination
- Measuring Prejudice and Discrimination
  The Experience of Discrimination
  Why Do People Discriminate?
Racism
- Racial Microaggressions
Reducing Prejudice, Discrimination, and Racism
- Intergroup Contact
  Dialogue across Difference
  School Desegregation
  Other Promising Practices
The Benefits of a Multicultural Society

Chapter Nine. Physical Health and Wellbeing
Influential Models of Health
- Biomedical Model
  Biopsychosocial Model
  Ecological Models
Culture, Ethnicity, and Health
Health Disparities Among Racial and Ethnic Groups
- Defining Health Disparities
  Examples of Health Disparities
  Disparities in Healthcare Access and Quality
Factors Associated With Health Disparities
- Behavioral Lifestyle
  Acculturation
  Accessible and Affordable Health Care
  Poverty and Community Characteristics
  Undocumented Status
  Discrimination and Racism
  Environmental Racism
  Spirituality and Religion
Reducing Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities: The Federal Government’s Approach
Culturally Competent Health Care

Chapter Ten. Psychological Adjustment
Mental Health and Psychological Distress
- A Broader Perspective on Adjustment
Prevalence and Risk of Major Psychological Disorders
- General Epidemiological Surveys
  Surveys Specific to Ethnic Minority Communities
  Major Disorders in Ethnic Minority Populations
Cultural Influences on the Explanation and Expression of Psychological Distress
- Service Utilization
Selected Factors Influencing Effective Delivery of Mental Health Services
Practical and Ethical Guidelines for Culturally Sensitive Practice

References
Photo Credit
Index

Features

Updates to the Second Edition include:
- A new title, updated from The Psychology of Ethnic Groups in the United States better reflects the expanded coverage and the latest developments in the field
- New and revised chapter-opening vignettes and boxes highlight core concepts and practical applications
- Chapter-ending Key Terms, Learn by Doing exercises, and Suggested Readings reinforce comprehension and retention
- Revised ancillaries include an instructor's manual and test bank as well as PowerPoint slides and a Companion Website for students

Resources

FOR STUDENTS
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